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Tulsa residents can dispose of household pollutants and hazardous waste at the City of Tulsa Household Pollutant Collection Facility, located at 4502 S. Galveston Ave. The facility is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and accepts a range of items, including fluorescent and CFL lightbulbs, oil-based paints, lawn chemicals, automotive fluids, household cleaners, and more. Tulsa residents can drop off up to 45 pounds of pollutants free of charge by showing a driver's license or City of Tulsa utility bill. Non-residents from specified surrounding communities can obtain a voucher from the Metropolitan Environmental Trust to drop off the first 45 pounds of pollutants for free.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Facility Name | City of Tulsa Household Pollutant Collection Facility |
| Address | 4502 S. Galveston Ave, Tulsa, OK 74017 |
| Contact Number | Tulsa Residents: 918-591-4325 Sapulpa Residents: 918-224-3040 Non-Tulsa Residents: 918-584-0584 |
| Operation Hours | Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Accepted Items | Fluorescent and CFL Lightbulbs Oil-based paints Paint thinner Lawn chemicals Automotive fluids Cooking oil/grease Aerosols Household and car batteries Household cleaners Pool chemicals Gasoline Mercury-containing thermostats Fire extinguishers |
| Non-Accepted Items | Large electronics Industrial or commercially generated waste Medical or biomedical waste Asbestos Food or organic waste Radioactive material Ammunition/explosives Tires Unknown materials or substances |
| Accepted Residents | Tulsa residents Bixby Broken Arrow Claremore Collinsville Coweta Glenpool Jenks Owasso Sand Springs City of Wagoner Unincorporated Tulsa County |
| Free Drop-off Weight Limit | 45 lbs. |
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The City of Tulsa Household Pollutant Collection Facility
The City of Tulsa operates a Household Pollutant Collection Facility, located at 4502 S. Galveston Ave. in west Tulsa, where residents can dispose of household hazardous waste. The facility is open every Wednesday (by appointment) and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tulsa residents can drop off unwanted chemicals, paints, and other household chemical waste for free by showing a driver's license or City of Tulsa utility bill. Residents are permitted to dispose of up to 45 lbs. of pollutants free of charge, with a disposal fee applied thereafter.
The facility accepts various items, including fluorescent and CFL lightbulbs, oil-based paints and paint thinner, flammable liquids, lawn and pool chemicals, automotive fluids, cooking oil/grease, aerosols, household and car batteries, and household cleaners. It is important to note that large electronics, industrial or commercially generated waste, medical or biomedical waste, asbestos, food or organic waste, radioactive material, ammunition/explosives, tires, and unknown materials or substances are not accepted.
Non-Tulsa residents living in Bixby, Broken Arrow, Claremore, Collinsville, Coweta, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, Sand Springs, the City of Wagoner, and unincorporated Tulsa County can obtain a voucher from the Metropolitan Environmental Trust (MET) to drop off household pollutants. These residents should contact the MET at (918) 584-0584 to receive a voucher number, which allows for the disposal of up to 45 lbs. of hazardous waste at no cost.
The City of Tulsa's Household Pollutant Collection Facility provides a safe and environmentally responsible way to dispose of household hazardous waste, helping to keep these materials out of landfills, water sources, storm drains, and the recycling system.
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Items accepted at the facility
The City of Tulsa Household Pollutant Collection Facility is located at 4502 S. Galveston Ave. and is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The facility is open to Tulsa residents and people living in surrounding communities.
- Fluorescent and CFL lightbulbs
- Oil-based paints and paint thinner
- Flammable liquids
- Lawn chemicals
- Automotive fluids (e.g., old oil from lawnmowers and weed eaters)
- Cooking oil/grease
- Aerosols
- Household and car batteries
- Household cleaners
- Pool chemicals
- Gasoline
- Fire extinguishers
- Fertilizers and herbicides
- Pesticides
Items not accepted at the facility:
- Large electronics (e.g., TVs, monitors, computers)
- Industrial or commercially generated waste
- Medical or biomedical waste
- Asbestos
- Food or organic waste
- Radioactive material
- Ammunition/explosives
- Tires
- Unknown materials or substances
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Items not accepted at the facility
The City of Tulsa operates a Household Pollutant Collection Facility, which is open to Tulsa residents and people living in surrounding communities. The facility is located at 4502 S. Galveston Ave. and is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
While the facility accepts a wide range of household pollutants, there are certain items that are not accepted. Here is a list of items that cannot be disposed of at the facility:
- Large electronics, such as TVs, monitors, and computers.
- Industrial or commercially generated waste, including NHIW waste.
- Medical or biomedical waste.
- Asbestos.
- Food or organic waste.
- Radioactive material.
- Ammunition or explosives.
- Tires.
- Unknown materials or substances.
It is important to properly dispose of these items through alternative means to ensure the safety of the community and the environment. Some of these items may be accepted at other specialized facilities or through specific programs. It is recommended to contact the facility or local waste management authorities to inquire about safe disposal options for these non-accepted items.
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How to obtain a voucher for disposal
Tulsa residents can dispose of household pollutants for free at the City of Tulsa Household Pollutant Collection Facility. This facility is open every Wednesday (by appointment) and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is located at 4502 S. Galveston Ave, Tulsa, OK 74017
To dispose of household pollutants, Tulsa residents can simply drop off their items by showing a driver's license or City of Tulsa utility bill.
However, if you are a resident of Bixby, Broken Arrow, Claremore, Collinsville, Coweta, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, Sand Springs, City of Wagoner, or unincorporated Tulsa County, you will need to obtain a voucher from the Metropolitan Environmental Trust (M.e.t.) to drop off your first 45 lbs. of pollutants free of charge.
- Contact Information: The first step is to contact the M.e.t. by calling (918) 584-0584. This number serves residents of Bixby, Broken Arrow, Claremore, Collinsville, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, Sand Springs, and Tulsa County. If you are a resident of Coweta or unincorporated Tulsa County, you can also call this number to reach the Metropolitan Environmental Trust.
- Provide Information: When calling, please have your name, address, phone number, and a list of the items you intend to dispose of ready. The M.e.t. will ask for this information to process your request.
- Obtain Voucher Number: After providing the necessary information, the M.e.t. will issue you a unique voucher number. This number serves as your authorization to dispose of your household pollutants at the City of Tulsa Household Pollutant Collection Facility.
- Present Voucher Number: When you arrive at the facility, you will need to present your voucher number. This can be done by simply writing down the number and showing it to the staff.
- Dispose of Pollutants: With your voucher, you can now dispose of up to 45 lbs. of hazardous waste free of charge. If your waste exceeds 45 lbs., there will be a disposal fee of $1.33 per pound thereafter.
It is important to note that latex paint is not accepted when using a voucher. Additionally, each community has different voucher allowances, so it is recommended to confirm the number of vouchers allowed per year for your specific community when calling the M.e.t.
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Contact details and address
The City of Tulsa Household Pollutant Collection Facility is located at 4502 S. Galveston Ave, Tulsa, OK 74017. The facility is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tulsa residents can drop off household pollutants for free by showing a driver's license or City of Tulsa utility bill. Residents of Bixby, Broken Arrow, Claremore, Collinsville, Coweta, Glenpool, Jenks, Owasso, Sand Springs, City of Wagoner, and unincorporated Tulsa County can obtain a voucher from the Metropolitan Environmental Trust (MET) to drop off the first 45 lbs. of pollutants free of charge. The voucher number allows residents to dispose of up to 45 lbs of hazardous waste at no cost, with a fee of $1.33/lb thereafter. To obtain a voucher, call the MET at (918) 584-0584 or (918) 591-4325.
To schedule an appointment to drop off household pollutants, Tulsa residents can call (918) 596-2100. For Sapulpa residents, the number is (918) 224-3040, and for non-Tulsa residents, it is (918) 584-0584.
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Frequently asked questions
The City of Tulsa operates a Household Pollutant Collection Facility at 4502 S. Galveston Ave.
The facility is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Yes, appointments are required for Wednesdays. You can schedule an appointment by calling (918) 596-2100.
The facility accepts items such as fluorescent and CFL lightbulbs, oil-based paints, paint thinner, flammable liquids, lawn chemicals, automotive fluids, cooking oil/grease, aerosols, household and car batteries, household cleaners, pool chemicals, gasoline, and mercury-containing thermostats.
Yes, the facility does not accept large electronics, industrial or commercially generated waste, medical or biomedical waste, asbestos, food or organic waste, radioactive material, ammunition/explosives, tires, or unknown substances.
